The Merchant Shipping Act, 2025
Section 263. Decision of question whether a vessel falls under this Part.
(1) If any question arises as to whether a vessel falls under this Part, it shall be decided by the Director-General and his decision thereon shall be final.
(2) Where the question under sub-section (1) relate to a fishing vessel, the decision shall be made in such manner as may be prescribed.
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